As we strain to grasp the things we desire, the things that we think will make our lives better---money, popularity, fame---we ignore what truly matter--the simple things-- like friendship, family, love--the things we probably already had.
Lucas, OTH
There were many moments in my life that I experienced how people became caught up in their desire to pursue their ambition. Ambition is good. It shows that we want to achieve more in life and we are determined to reach for our dreams.
However, sometimes during our pursuit towards bigger goals, we forget the important things in life. Should we fall under this group, no matter how much we’ve achieved, it will never be enough. There will be more excuses for not making the calls, for not making time, for not taking that trip....
By the time we realise how much we have missed, often they are too late. We can never turn back the clock and capture those moments. Some of us might be lucky enough to be given a second chance. The damage has been done but perhaps the wounds have healed, hence another opportunity is given. However, the scar remains as a reminder to them how life was when we were not there when they needed us the most. We try to repair the damage but usually, things will never be the same. A broken doll glued together is not as good as the one in perfect condition, no matter how immaculate our art of piecing them. Yet, the imperfection of a broken doll should make us handle them with better care. Similarly, if we realise of the scars we created, hopefully we become a better person when given a second chance.
For some, it could be a lifelong regret as the person might no longer be around...
But then again, it is better to be having regrets than still be lost in our journey of never-ending desire....
12 comments:
True.
Ms B
Your last mocha must've been made of the perfect blend of coffee bean extract and cacao, to trigger you to express brilliantly our lifelong battle of finding and sustaining the right work & life balance. The analogy of the broken doll strikes the senses even for those who have never played dolls and tea party.
Indeed, life has thought me that a lifelong regret is the worst curse and the second chance is the best gift...
hej! Ms B...life must be pumping in with desire! grab the opportunities along the way, along your journey as many as you can but if you can grab it once or maybe all the time, just don't regret it, let it go, and look forward, because there are more to come, of course it won't be the same, but there's always something in store for you...;-) oyasuminasai...
Think I realised soon enough.. luckily. I used to be married to my job:)
One can try to forget, but can never erase it.
One can be healed, but the wound stays forever.
One can always forget it but will always remember it.
Yes, my neck come with the lips package!
Hi ms curvy,
thanks for sharing ur thoughts.
Jumper,
I have seen a few who simply got lost during their journey, unable to see how much damage they have created. For some of us, we try our best to find the right mix, unwilling to compromise our loved ones.
MOst children hold on to their favourite toys, even when new ones are given. Unlike us adults, we feel that if they are broken or lost, they are replaceable. We fail to see the bond between the toys and the kids.
Danial,
desire keeps us alive. places to see, things to achieve, opportunities to be seized. Sometimes things fail but u are right, we should move on and remain positive. when we do, more doors will open and probably lead to a better outcome.
I see that u are enjoying the new baby, eh?
Hazia,
*LOL* I know some friends who are still married to their job. I am just engaged to it. *grins*
Thankfully my lil one keeps me grounded, hence perhaps i learn to take it slower than before.
aporn,
beautifully written.
ah, i shall remember the package! will definitely keep note of it when the opportunity arises. *winks*
somehow you touched my heart with this entry
regrets is something i always feel..
msB : come over and i'll bring you to the best pancake shop and iced mocha in adelaide :)
hi inah,
just as danial said, dont regret. it's in the past. try to move forward and be a better person.
ah...i miss iced coffee along st kilda beach.
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